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The Cheesy Bowl

Loaded with cheese and bacon, this appetizer is guaranteed to be a hands-down winner with your armchair quarterback! Light mayonnaise produces a creamier dip, so don't be tempted to substitute regular mayonnaise.

3 1/3 cups

Ingredients

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1 (8-oz.) block Colby-Jack cheese, shredded

1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

1 (2.8-oz.) pkg. bacon bits

1 1/2 cups light mayonnaise

1/2 cup onion, chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 (26-oz.) round loaf bread

Preparation

Stir together all ingredients except bread; set aside.

Hollow out bread, reserving torn pieces. Spoon dip into bread; place on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 350° for one hour.

Serve with torn bread or sliced apples.

Created date

January 2012

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